Serving 225 students in grades 9-12, Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College's student population of 225 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3526 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College's ranking?
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College is ranked #3526 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College?
The graduation rate of Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College?
225 students attend Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College?
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College offer ?
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College part of?
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College located?
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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